Profit Answer Man: Scaling with Profit First & Beyond
Hi, I'm the Profit Answer Man! The Profit Answer Man podcast is a weekly show hosted by Rocky Lalvani, a business coach and Certified Profit First Professional. In each episode, Rocky shares his expertise on how to scale profit and cash flow for 7-8 figure businesses. Episode 1 is the why, 2 - is Mike Michalowicz, and 3-13 are Rocky's take on each chapter in the book. The Profit Answer Man podcast is designed for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and anyone else looking to improve their financial management skills. Rocky covers a wide range of topics, including how to prioritize profit, manage cash flow, and grow your business. One of the things that sets the Profit Answer Man podcast apart is Rocky's engaging and entertaining style. He uses anecdotes, humor, and relatable examples to make the concepts he's discussing easy to understand and apply. If you're a small business owner looking for practical advice on how to improve your financial management and increase profitability, the Profit Answer Man podcast is definitely worth a listen. Whether you're just starting out or have been in business for a while, you'll find plenty of valuable insights and tips that can help you take your business to the next level. Sign up to be notified when the next cohort of the Profit First Experience Course is available! http://bit.do/profitblueprint More about making profitability simple: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Profit Answer Man Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/496018144624882/ My podcast about living a richer more meaningful life: http://richersoul.com/ Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.
Episodes
The Financial Model Every 7–8 Figure Business Needs for Predictable Profit with Salvatore Tirabassi
Most business owners don't lack data.
They lack clarity.
They have a P&L, a balance sheet, maybe even a dashboard. But when a real decision shows up—Can I afford this hire? Should I scale marketing? Why did margins drop again?—the numbers don't gi...
Ep 301 How to Build a Business Fortress: Liquidity, Cash Flow, and Exit Readiness with David Barnett
How to Build a Business Fortress: Liquidity, Cash Flow, and Exit Readiness with David Barnett
Build a Business Fortress: Why Liquidity Beats Leverage and Most Businesses Never Sell
Most owners assume the big payoff will come when they finally sell the business. The hard truth is that roughly 80 percent of small businesses listed for sale never actually sell as going...
The Referable Client Experience with Stacey Brown Randall
Most business owners say they want more referrals. Very few are actually drowning in them. The default strategy is to do good work, hope people notice, and maybe ask for introductions when things get slow. In this episode of Profit Answer Man, I sit down again with referral expert and author Stacey Brown Randall to talk about why that approach does not...
How to Build a Business You Can Actually Sell with Saul Cohen
Most business owners say the same thing: "I want to grow as big as I can."
But when you press them on what they really want—time freedom, a great income, flexibility with their family—they're actually describing a lifestyle business, not a high-growth scale-up destined for a huge exit.
From Chaos to Cash Flow: How Business Owners Can Scale with Less Stress with David Forster
"Slow is smooth, smooth is fast."
If you're stuck reacting all day, this episode with David Forster hands you the blueprint: clarify roles, codify the 80%, install scorecards that measure what matters, and make Profit First automatic so cash is where you need it—when you need ...
Profit First with Megan Schwan
Most owners chase revenue and wonder why cash keeps disappearing.
In this episode, Rocky sits down with Megan Schwan—CEO of Sidekick Accounting and a certified Profit First Professional—to unpack the simple systems that turn chaos into cash: clean books, pricing discipline, expense sweeps, and a short list of actionable KPIs. If you want fewer surprises and ...
Simple Numbers, Big Profits with Greg Crabtree: How to Scale Without Debt or Chaos
Most business owners chase revenue—and lose sight of profit. In this episode of Profit Answer Man, Rocky Lalvani sits down with Greg Crabtree, author of Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits, to cut through the noise and talk about what really drives a successful business. A self-described "recovering accountant," Greg sha...
How to 4X your Revenue in 4 Years with Alexis Sikorsky
Most business owners dream about growth, but few know how to scale without chaos.
In this episode of Profit Answer Man, Rocky Lalvani talks with Alexis Sikorsky, a strategic advisor who helps founders scale fast and exit strong. Alexis doesn't speak from theory—he built and sold his own Switzerland-based software company, New Access, ...
Scale Smarter: Use EOS to Add Another Zero with Rick Benton
When business growth starts to feel like chaos, it's time to add structure. EOS (the Entrepreneurial Operating System) gives you a clear roadmap to align people, processes, and profit — but when you combine it with the right financial systems, that's when the real transformation happens.
In this episode, Ri...
From Bankruptcy to 60 Million: The Systems Behind a Successful Exit with Jason Sisneros
Most business owners think success means more sales and more hustle.
But Jason Sisneros discovered the opposite — freedom comes from systems, not speed.
After crashing three businesses and digging himself millions into debt, Jason rebuilt...
Maximizing Business Value: Lessons from 800+ Deals with Matt Uhler
The Cash Discipline That Saves—or Sells—Your Business
Most companies don't go under because they lack revenue.
They go under because they run out of cash.
And the worst part? It doesn't happen overnight. It happens slowly… then suddenly...
Build a Business That Serves Your Life (Not the Other Way Around) with John Nieuwenburg
Small business owners are great technicians—but often underpowered CEOs.
Coach John Nieuwenburg breaks down why most owners feel squeezed by time, team, and money—and how to fix it. We cover building a simple, real-time dashboard (so you stop driving by the rear-view mirror), the "three-legged stool" o...
The Next Level Revenue Formula with Kyle Mealy
Business growth doesn't have to be complicated. In this episode of Profit Answer Man, I welcome back Kyle Mealy, Fractional Chief Revenue Officer and author of The Next Level Revenue Formula. Kyle has helped small businesses double their top line and, in many cases, 10x their profit by applying simple math to sales and marketing.
Scorecards, Not Gut Calls: How to Run Profitable Weeks with Austin McMillan
Build a Profitable Business Buyers Can't Resist
Most business owners dream of selling one day—but the reality of what buyers actually pay can be sobering. In this episode of Profit Answer Man, Rocky sits down with Austin McMillan, founder of Flywheel Financial, to break down how investors tr...
How Small Businesses Beat Big: Profit Lessons from McKinsey to Main Street with Sri Kaza
Most small business owners feel like underdogs—limited resources, endless responsibilities, and constant pressure just to keep up. But what if those very constraints were the secret to outpacing billion-dollar corporations?
That's exactly what Sri Kaza, former McKinsey consultan...
Your P&L Is Lying—Here's What to Track with Laresa McIntyre
Stop Chasing Revenue: How Fractional CFOs Clear the Financial Fog
Most business owners measure success by one thing: revenue growth. The problem? Revenue isn't cash—and it doesn't always translate into profit.
In this episode of Profit Answer Man, I sat down with ...
The Profit Pitfalls Most Business Owners Miss with Lisa Hennigar
Most business owners don't lose profit because of one big mistake — it's usually a thousand tiny leaks. From not knowing your why, to ignoring customer service, to failing to track the right numbers, the truth is this: profit slips away quietly while you're busy working hard.
In this episode of Profit ...
Right People, Right Seats: The Hidden Profit Killer in Your Business with Pam Meissner
When profit is slipping, most businsess owners look to cut costs or push sales harder. But what if your biggest drain isn't on the P&L at all—it's in your people?
In this episode of Profit Answer Man, Pam Meissner—COO and CFO at CathCap—pulls back the curtain on why "right people,...
Freedom by Design: How to Build a Profitable Business That Serves Your Life with Michael Walsh
Most entrepreneurs start their journey with the dream of freedom—yet many quickly find themselves trapped by the very businesses they built. Revenue grows, responsibilities pile up, and the joy of entrepreneurship fades into overwhelm.
In this Episode of the Profit Answer Man, I sat down with Mi...
Boost Sales Without Spending a Dime with Tracy Beavers
Why "More Sales" Isn't Fixing Your Profit Problem (And What It's Really Costing You)
Ever wondered why your revenue is growing, but your bank account still feels empty? You're not alone. Most business owners equate more sales with more profit, only to find themselves in the same cycle of financial stress. The truth? Sales without stra...
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